Crime & Incident Releases
The Morganton Public Safety Dept. issues press releases to help keep local media and residents informed of crime and incidents in the City. Crime and incident releases are compiled by Public Safety platoon captains.
Vehicle Chase Leads to Three Arrested
May 02, 2013
On 05/02/2013 Morganton Public Safety Officers charged three subjects after being involved in a high speed vehicle chase.
Vehicle Chase Leads to Arrest
May 01, 2013
On 04/28/2013 Public Safety officers arrested a subject after a brief vehicle and foot pursuit.
Two Arrested on Felony Charges
April 13, 2013
On 04/12/13 and 04/13/13 two different people were arrested on felony charges by Morganton Dept. of Public Safety.
Breaking and Entering Suspect Arrested
March 30, 2013
On 03/30/2013 Morganton Dept. of Public Safety responded to a breaking and entering call at the State Employees Credit Union on Enola Rd.
Hit and run driver damages garage
March 20, 2013
On 03/19/13 at 9:58pm, A Ford Explorer went through the yard of 211 Linville Street, striking a vehicle and damaging a detached garage.
Motor Vehicle Accident Leaves Moped Rider in Critical Condition
March 15, 2013
On Sunday, March 10, 2013 a motor vehicle accident involving a small pick-up truck and a moped leaves the rider in critical but stable condition at CMC-Charlotte.






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